Gran Turismo 5 Prologue

[mwynn]

- Gran Turismo 5 is still on the distant horizon, but following the success of Gran Turismo HD as a free download on the PlayStation Store (over one million downloads). Later this year, Sony will tease GT5 with the release of a downloable demo called Gran Turismo 5 Prologue. Prologue is going to be a full-featured demo that includes online functionality for multiplayer racing.

Sony unspoiled a brief demo of the game on the big screen -- it looks extremely promising, running in full HD. The demo trailer started with a pit crew poring over a Ferrari before it tore down a race track. The camera flies into the car as the driver squeals away. The camera swings behind the driver before swooping out to follow the car as it roars down the asphalt. Even from outside the car, you can see an incredible amount of detail within the racing machine, from the contours of the driver's helmet to instruments on the dash.

http://ps3.ign.com/articles/803/803512p1.html

http://img172.imageshack.us/img172/8462/granturismo520070711044wy6.th.jpg (http://img172.imageshack.us/my.php?image=granturismo520070711044wy6.jpg)

[dallow]

Prologue is going to be a full-featured demo that includes online functionality for multiplayer racing.

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet.

[Zoglog]

I only ask 2 things

IN cockpit view - Confirmed
Wheel support for the Logitech G25 w/ the STICK shifter - ????

[elwood731]

I only ask 2 things

IN cockpit view - Confirmed
Wheel support for the Logitech G25 w/ the STICK shifter - ????
Didn't they confirm DIRT would work with old PS2 steering wheels? If so, I would imagine any first-party titles will work, too. I'd also expect a wireless wheel from Sony at launch of the actual GT5.

[Zoglog]

Didn't they confirm DIRT would work with old PS2 steering wheels? If so, I would imagine any first-party titles will work, too. I'd also expect a wireless wheel from Sony at launch of the actual GT5.

I find the wireless aspect for wheels a bit useless since it has to be mounted anyway to work properly. The Lap works kind of but it's not ideal. PLUS to get decent force feedback you'd need to plug it into the wall anyway.

IT just has to support the G25... it's a beautiful thing and the main reason I didnt buy forza 2

[elwood731]

I find the wireless aspect for wheels a bit useless since it has to be mounted anyway to work properly. The Lap works kind of but it's not ideal. PLUS to get decent force feedback you'd need to plug it into the wall anyway.

IT just has to support the G25... it's a beautiful thing and the main reason I didnt buy forza 2
Eh, I agree with you, especially on the facet of having to plug it in anyway for force-feedback. Still, might be a selling point to some depending on where their PS2 is in their home entertainment system.

[Zoglog]

Eh, I agree with you, especially on the facet of having to plug it in anyway for force-feedback. Still, might be a selling point to some depending on where their PS2 is in their home entertainment system.

well i'm referencing specifically the G25 because technically it's a PC wheel. I had this same problem with GT4 where for some reason They Hardcoded the game NOT to work with my momo force which was a PC wheel as well which worked with GT3. However the G25 DOES work with GTHD, i'm just worried they will pull a similar maneuver.

[The Mana Knight]

Game looks so amazing, I absolutely can't wait. :D

[psunami]

I've been wondering what you thought of the G25 wheel Zoglog. I saw your posts in the thread when you bought it, but I didn't recall seeing impressions.

Regarding GT5 Prologue, it does look very shiny. The interior cockpits look spectacular as well.

[dallow]

Car models don't look as good as GTHD.

Must be the price you pay for multiple cars on screen.
They still look good, but I can tell they're fake now and have a Forza 2 shiny look to them.

[Zoglog]

I've been wondering what you thought of the G25 wheel Zoglog. I saw your posts in the thread when you bought it, but I didn't recall seeing impressions.

Regarding GT5 Prologue, it does look very shiny. The interior cockpits look spectacular as well.

the G25? bottom line it's the best wheel you can get on the market. I managed to sell my momoforce on ebay for $100 which is pretty impressive considering how old the wheel is. So Basically with the deal I got the G25 or $85. Of course it's expensive otherwise but it really is the best wheel all around that isn't custom.

The Pedals and the resistance are especially impressive and they're metal. Also the Force feedback is the best i've ever felt and the 900 degree steering is pretty fun, though hard in faster cars. The Centering spring is badass and the H Shifter is great (I sure hope GT5 will support it).

The G25's greatest flaw (as with many wheels) is the lack of games that support them. But if you love racing games, there's no better wheel on the market. It's just pure quality.

And you sure about that dallow? I think the car models are remakably improved since GTHD. The jaggies are far less and smooth. Remember guys, this full game won't come out in a LONG time if anyone remembers Polyphny's track record heh... so they have time to polish it.

[gunm]

Shit, this is AWESOME news to me:

http://kotaku.com/gaming/gc07/gran-turismo-5-prologue-to-feature-car-damage-improved-ai-better-physics-293208.php

Damage model! Online Play! New Forcefeedback wheel? They'd be crazy not to bring this shit over to the US.

[SteveMcQ]

Very nice. Hopefully a DualShock comes out with it with better, less-mushy triggers.

[primetime]

Shit, this is AWESOME news to me:

http://kotaku.com/gaming/gc07/gran-turismo-5-prologue-to-feature-car-damage-improved-ai-better-physics-293208.php

Damage model! Online Play! New Forcefeedback wheel? They'd be crazy not to bring this shit over to the US.

No more perfect line AI and bumper cars? I'm sold.

[Halo05]

I'm reserving my excitement. Polyphony Digital has a long history of making GT related promises and not following through on them. Off the top of my head...

Gran Turismo on PSP and online play for GT4. Neither materialized. GT4 online never will (which is fine by me at this point) and GT PSP seems unlikely with the work they're putting into GT5. Here's hoping they don't pull a GT3 and chop the list of cars down to like 200.

[The Mana Knight]

Gran Turismo on PSP and online play for GT4. Neither materialized. Because PD admitted they didn't have enough staff to work on both GT PSP and GT5. They said would you rather have GT on PS3 or PSP, and that's why it hasn't come.
GT4 online never will (which is fine by me at this point)Time constraits.
GT PSP seems unlikely with the work they're putting into GT5. Did you hear the recent news? After GT5 Prologue it might come.
Here's hoping they don't pull a GT3 and chop the list of cars down to like 200.It could happen, since it takes them 4X the days to make a car in GT5 compared to GT3/4.

Hopefully a DualShock comes out with it with better, less-mushy triggers.The PS3 triggers are already really good.

[Halo05]

Time constraints on GT4? The issue is that they decided to do a bunch of random crap like a massive photo mode and printer compatibility rather than work on something that people would actually use and enjoy.

If GT5 doesn't have at least as many cars at GT4, I'll be waiting for a price drop. It's Sony, the whole "it takes longer lololol" excuse is bullshit. If it takes longer to model each car, hire more people to make the car models. It's not like they're a small company programming a racing game in someone's basement.

[NamPaehc]

GT5P has 50 cars.

[The Mana Knight]

Time constraints on GT4? The issue is that they decided to do a bunch of random crap like a massive photo mode and printer compatibility rather than work on something that people would actually use and enjoy.They also had to establish a network for the game, test it frequently, to assure it works. PS2 online didn't have the online infrastructure already set like XBL (so putting games online was a pain). Actually, online gaming just isn't that popular in Japan, and supporting that photo mode with printer capability is better received there. If there was going to be online, it would have pushed GT4 back another 6 months to a year, and the game was already behind schedule.

If GT5 doesn't have at least as many cars at GT4, I'll be waiting for a price drop. It's Sony, the whole "it takes longer lololol" excuse is bullshit. If it takes longer to model each car, hire more people to make the car models. It's not like they're a small company programming a racing game in someone's basement.It won't. They said it takes some 180 days to design each car. The truth is, hiring more people only increases development costs, to a point there's no way you can break even on it. If you don't want GT5, just skip the game and stop complaining. I just care it plays great and looks great. GT6 on the other hand, probably will be more than GT5 (All even number GT games have a lot of cars, since more experience is in that particular platform.

50 cars in GT5P sounds awesome to me. :D

[postaboy]

woot gt5 going to kick ass. I literally spent like 500 hours playing gt3 and gt4 combine. Best racing simulation/arcade game ever!!!

[gunm]

I loves me some Gran Turismo so I was going to get this regardless.

I have faith in the promised features, though, as they've been working on this for a while.

[FriskyTanuki]

http://uk.gamespot.com/events/leipzig07/story.html?sid=6177157&pid=942026&tag=top_stories%3Bstory%3B2&page=1

[UPDATE] Today, we sat in on a presentation hosted by Gran Turismo series creator Kazunori Yamauchi as he demonstrated some of the new features that will be present in Gran Turismo 5 Prologue. The game is due for release on the PlayStation Network as a free download later this year.

It's nice to see that they're taking the GT HD route for Prologue.

[dallow]

Don't think it'll be free. They just hadn't decided on a price yet.

Here's some solid official details from today:

http://www.gaming-age.com/news/2007/8/28-48

New prequel an early taste of Gran Turismo 5 for PLAYSTATION 3 - A taste of Gran Turismo 5 for PLAYSTATION 3 is here at the end of this year - Up to 16-player online racing on PLAYSTATION Network - a Gran Turismo first! - Over 40 dream cars, High Definition graphics, new physics engine… and a TV channel

The real driving simulator that's sold 50 million units is back: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) and Polyphony Digital are pleased to announce Gran Turismo 5 Prologue, a prequel title showcasing the forthcoming Gran Turismo 5 for PLAYSTATION 3 (PS3) – available both on Blu-ray disc and as a download from PLAYSTATION Network (PSN) at the end of this year. Gran Turismo on PlayStation is one of the most successful global gaming franchises of the last ten years – renowned for its realism, quality of design and in-car physics technology – now, with the power of PS3 behind it, it's going to be unstoppable.

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue features over 40 stunning cars – including vehicles by Lotus, Mitsubishi, Nissan and Ferrari for you to race on seriously realistic, real-life tracks: including the Eiger Nordwand, the London City Track and Suzuka – all rendered in incredible High Definition graphics. There's also all-new driving physics for the most lifelike driving experience ever and new, improved opponent artificial intelligence for the toughest race challenge yet.

But that's not all – for the first time ever in the history of Gran Turismo, you'll now be able to race online. Up to 16 players will be able to go head-to-head on some of the world's best racetracks on PLAYSTATION Network – all you need to get racing is a broadband connection and PS3. Once you're up and revving, Global Online Rankings and the My Garage homepage feature will leave the world in no doubt as to just who is the best at Gran Turismo.

And then there's the Online Dealership, providing a wealth of information on cars and manufacturers and also Gran Turismo TV – a dedicated online channel available exclusively from PSN and packed with some of the greatest content that Motorsport, car manufacturers and TV has to offer.

Key Features:


The first ever Gran Turismo title with online racing: drive online against up to 16 other Gran Turismo aces
Race a total of over 40 stunning, high-performance cars
Race on seriously realistic, real life tracks including the Eiger Nordwand, the London City Track and Suzuka – then race them in reverse and with alternative routes
All-new physics engine means true next-generation vehicle handling
All-new and improved opponent AI for a nail-biting race experience
Access to Gran Turismo TV : a world of great motoring TV programming online
Online Dealership: Access to car manufacturers online
My Garage - a personalised homepage feature with friends, chat and personal game records
Quick Tune facility allows you to adjust power, tyres, suspension and more
All in stunning High Definition at 1080p (race: 1080p-60fps, replay: 1080p-30fps)
Gran Turismo 5 – the full title – launches in 2008. Until then, there's enough ultra-realistic, high-speed racing in Gran Turismo 5 Prologue on PS3 to keep your accelerator firmly to the floor for the rest of the year. (http://www.gaming-age.com/news/2007/8/28-48)

[Halo05]

I hope it's free. If not, it'll be hilarious to see how many people fall for it.

[dallow]

I hope it's free. If not, it'll be hilarious to see how many people fall for it.Fall for it?

[Richlough]

I hope it's free. If not, it'll be hilarious to see how many people fall for it.

It should be it's basically a demo . At least it's not an aborted game this time .

[dallow]

This is much more than a demo (i'm trying hard not to be a dick, rich).
Look at the features this thing is going to have.

Don't forget that even though they weren't released here, GT3 Prologue and GT4 Prologue were sold in Europe and Japan before the full games came out.

[Richlough]

This is much more than a demo (i'm trying hard not to be a dick, rich).
Look at the features this thing is going to have.

Don't forget that even though they weren't released here, GT3 Prologue and GT4 Prologue were sold in Europe and Japan before the full games came out.

It's cool , I'm not going out of my way to be hyper-sensative .

I really wanted the older Prologues , I wish they would've brought them to the US .

I even tried to get the Toyoota promo disc .

When I finally get a PS3 I will own this game .
Hopefully the rumble issue will be sorted out by then .

[dallow]

It's cool , I'm not going out of my way to be hyper-sensative .

I really wanted the older Prologues , I wish they would've brought them to the US .

I even tried to get the Toyoota promo disc .

When I finally get a PS3 I will own this game .
Hopefully the rumble issue will be sorted out by then .Hehe, that's funny.

I remember trying to get that same promo on ebay back then!

Never did.

[HeadRusch]

GT5P has 50 cars.

So is that 50 actual cars, or is that Gran Turismo cars:
ie: 1 mustang, 1 ferarri, and then 48 versions of the Skyline? :D

[Richlough]

So is that 50 actual cars, or is that Gran Turismo cars:
ie: 1 mustang, 1 ferarri, and then 48 versions of the Skyline? :D

24 Evo's 24 Skyline's , DUH .;)

[SteveMcQ]

24 Evo's 24 Skyline's , DUH .;)You gotta leave room for the five or so Honda Fit/Jazz class of cars.

[ighosty]

Was listenin to the IGN ps3 podcast today and they were saying that it actually hasn't been announced for a fall release in the US yet. Japan and Europe have been confirmed as getting it this fall.

[FriskyTanuki]

So is that 50 actual cars, or is that Gran Turismo cars:
ie: 1 mustang, 1 ferarri, and then 48 versions of the Skyline? :D
22 of the cars that'll be in Prologue:

Nissan Skyline GTR V-Spec '97
Acura NSX '91
Daihatsu Copen Active Top '02
Dodge Viper GTS '02
Audi R8 '07
BMW Z4 '03
Volkswagen Golf GTI '01
Alfa Romeo Brera 3.2 JTS Q4 '06
Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione '91
Lotus Elise '96
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution IX '05
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X '07
TVR Tuscan Speed 6 '00
Renault Clio Renault Sport V6 '00
Ferrari F430 '06
Alfa Romeo 147 TI 2.0 Twin Spark '06
Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG '02
Audi TT Coupe '07
Ford Mustang GT '07
Nissan Xanavi Nismo Z '06
Suzuki Swift Spark '05
Nissan GT-R Proto '01

[Richlough]

Check out the pricing .

No thanks , what a total fucking rip-off .

http://www.gamespot.com/news/6179760.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=newstop&tag=newstop;title;1

[dallow]

Check out the pricing .

No thanks , what a total fucking rip-off .

http://www.gamespot.com/news/6179760.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=newstop&tag=newstop;title;1You going to import it?

I'd wait for US prices to be set, it's usually a little cheaper.
And besides, it's about the price of the previous Prologue titles, except now they have online play.

LOOK AT THE FABRIC!
http://xs.to/xs.php?h=xs119&d=07391&f=aj0022h.jpg

[elwood731]

Well, you've got to hand it to Sony. They're maybe the only company to figure out how to sell you half a product and actually get people to pay for it. I know, I know...the Prologue titles are special, but it's essentially the same as if EA sold you Madden in the summer with only the NFC included. It's a very, very weird product.

[Halo05]

Goddamn you Polyphony Digital. Goddamn you to hell.

Granted, I'm sure the US version will be cheaper but unless it's like $30 cheaper, there's no way this is acceptable.

[HeadRusch]

Nice, lets assume $30+ bucks for this. Sony, who's software lineup so far is bordering on ass-tacular, is now gonna further alienate fans by releasing an abbreviated game or enhanced demo for nearly the full price of a standard full game??

Seriously, all they need to do now is announce the PS4 and that they are discontinuing support of the PS3 to complete the circle of doom :)

[dallow]

Nice, lets assume $30+ bucks for this. Sony, who's software lineup so far is bordering on ass-tacular, is now gonna further alienate fans by releasing an abbreviated game or enhanced demo for nearly the full price of a standard full game??

Seriously, all they need to do now is announce the PS4 and that they are discontinuing support of the PS3 to complete the circle of doom :)They have released Prologue titles for 3 and 4 in Europe and Japan and they have been successful.
I'm happy to be able to play one, ONLINE, in good ol' USA for the first time.



MORE SCREENSHOTS.

http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=7968045&postcount=552

[Thomas96]

Shit, this is AWESOME news to me:

http://kotaku.com/gaming/gc07/gran-turismo-5-prologue-to-feature-car-damage-improved-ai-better-physics-293208.php

Damage model! Online Play! New Forcefeedback wheel? They'd be crazy not to bring this shit over to the US.


oh thank goodness for damage..

[SteveMcQ]

Am I the only one who thinks the Dual Shock triggers are shit? Such a great driving game and we have to deal with the mushy controls. Shame.

[FriskyTanuki]

Nice, lets assume $30+ bucks for this. Sony, who's software lineup so far is bordering on ass-tacular, is now gonna further alienate fans by releasing an abbreviated game or enhanced demo for nearly the full price of a standard full game??

Seriously, all they need to do now is announce the PS4 and that they are discontinuing support of the PS3 to complete the circle of doom :)
Sure, it's not like they've tried this before. Gran Turismo 2000 was going to be a PS2 launch title that was basically a sneak peek at GT3 with a few dozen cars and some tracks for full price. I'm sure a lot of people preordered it before it was delayed and eventually just turned into a full-fledged sequel. I'd still be willing to pay some money for an early look at GT5, and it'll be cheaper than GT 2000, too.

This isn't a sign of the end of the PS3 by any stretch of the imagination. If people were willing to pay to get into the Halo 3 beta, they're definitely willing to pay to get an early look at GT5.

[primetime]

Am I the only one who thinks the Dual Shock triggers are shit? Such a great driving game and we have to deal with the mushy controls. Shame.

I actually think that the only genre the triggers are any good for is racing. Gives you nice control over braking/throttle. I actually prefer the shoulder buttons to analog on PS3. F1 would probably be really hard to play on the face buttons.

[SteveMcQ]

I actually think that the only genre the triggers are any good for is racing. Gives you nice control over braking/throttle. I actually prefer the shoulder buttons to analog on PS3. F1 would probably be really hard to play on the face buttons.You must have some really deft finger movement. It's damn near impossible for me to get a good feel between 25, 50 and 75 percent brake and throttle in F1. It feels like 1mm of movement makes you go from idle all the way to 50%. I don't know...it's just...mushy.

[FriskyTanuki]

You're really trying to swerve another thread with this stuff again?

[SteveMcQ]

You're really trying to swerve another thread with this stuff again?It does relate directly to gameplay and I think there's reason to be bringing it up. I'm not bringing it up completely out of spite or to annoy Sony supporters. From the looks of it so far, this game is pretty damn close to being a racing fan's dream, but I'm just disappointed with how the controls seem to be playing out.

[dallow]

It does relate directly to gameplay and I think there's reason to be bringing it up. I'm not bringing it up completely out of spite or to annoy Sony supporters. From the looks of it so far, this game is pretty damn close to being a racing fan's dream, but I'm just disappointed with how the controls seem to be playing out.Real racing fans use a wheel.

I use the face buttons and the digital pad myself.
Just like the game's designer.

[FriskyTanuki]

It does relate directly to gameplay and I think there's reason to be bringing it up. I'm not bringing it up completely out of spite or to annoy Sony supporters. From the looks of it so far, this game is pretty damn close to being a racing fan's dream, but I'm just disappointed with how the controls seem to be playing out.
It has little relation since your focus is on the controller and your problems with it, not necessarily the game itself. You're just basically sideswiping the topic to focus on your topic instead. I continue to suggest that you make your own thread on the issue and see where that goes instead of hijacking other threads.

[SteveMcQ]

Well, to each his own. Hopefully the price isn't that high when it comes over here. That's a hell of a lot to pay for it.

[FatBoyInside]

FREE GT5 Prologue Demo to be released OCT. 24th, 2007. Suh-weet!

http://www.n4g.com/ps3/News-74264.aspx

[dallow]

Can't wait!

[FriskyTanuki]

The new demo is up in the Japanese Store for those that have access to it and it's great for what it is. The in-car view is great to see, though I'd like to be able to see the rear-view mirror more easily.

Anybody know how to unlock the Lexus and Mazda that are locked in the showroom?

[Zoglog]

I hooking up my G25 wheel to this as I type. I doubt the H shifter will work but it's worth a try.

tested

G25 works beautifully as well as the H shifter.

[panasonic]

a demo of a demo of a game coming 08 or even 09 is pretty damn impressive

[SNAKE EYES EX]

The game looks and plays quite nice, even with the craptastic Sucksasses controller :-)

[Zoglog]

so wait, is this a demo of prologue, or actually prologue? Because I was under the impression prologue is a demo.

[FriskyTanuki]

so wait, is this a demo of prologue, or actually prologue? Because I was under the impression prologue is a demo.
This is a demo of prologue. Prologue's not a demo since it has dozens of cars, several tracks, and online play.

[The Mana Knight]

This is a demo of prologue. Prologue's not a demo since it has dozens of cars, several tracks, and online play.Yeah, and people in the U.S. don't realize there has been GT Prologues in the past, they just stay Japan/Europe only (in the past I mean).

[dallow]

This is how you're supposed to play.

This you zoglog? ;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kh2_kF_2l2U

[SteveMcQ]

This is how you're supposed to play.

This you zoglog? ;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kh2_kF_2l2UWow.

[Zoglog]

This is how you're supposed to play.

This you zoglog? ;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kh2_kF_2l2U

no, if it was me i'd be crashing into walls all the time.......
But yeah I do love the G25 wheel, Not enough racing games to play with it though....................

Plus if ever put on driving gloves just to play a game, i'd kill myself first ;)

[primetime]

I just created a JPN acct just to get at this demo. I can't wait.

Is there anything else worth downloading in the JPN store?

[RelentlessRolento]

I just created a JPN acct just to get at this demo. I can't wait.

Is there anything else worth downloading in the JPN store?


the RSS news reader is great IMHO.

[VipFREAK]

There's a lot of good things about this demo but seriously the sound department should be fired.

[SteveMcQ]

Plus if ever put on driving gloves just to play a game, i'd kill myself first ;)Clearly, you're not a real gamer. The guy even had the shoes. I know whenever I play Zelda, I put on my green tunic and elf ears. But my favorite is playing DOA. Nothing like gaming in bra and panties. :lol:

[FriskyTanuki]

It seems like the GT.TV stuff's working now. I'm downloading something now.

[Vanigan]

Well, I can empathize with the guy. You have to remember that games like Gran Turismo are made to let us people who would never get a chance to own, let alone drive these cars on these tracks get the feel of doing so. This is the closest experience most people could get without paying thousands to just test drive such cars on such prestigious tracks.

Can't blame a guy for trying to get the closest experience.

Also, since he's got a force feedback wheel, and those wheels can give quite a kick, racing gloves can work like the real deal, helping grip the wheel while preventing sweat from messing up the grip.

[crazyj]

Does the Prologue Demo support clutch for the Logitech G25? Very intersted in this small detail yet I can't find it anywhere

[Cyb3-rr]

I have to say that I'm surprised at how much I enjoyed the demo. I've never seen better looking car models in a game. The only two issues I had were with damage (supposedly available in the full game) and the scenery. I'm hoping that it's just placeholder art, because there's nothing like hexagonal stacks of tires to pull you away from the realism.

[RelentlessRolento]

probably the most realistic driver view I've ever seen. nice.

[primetime]

The physics seem so dialed in this time around. They also nailed the weight shifts that Enthusia attempted without gimmicks or needless clutter on the HUD. You can truly feel the weight of your car moving around.

Feels a lot better to me than the GT HD demo as well.

[Halo05]

Psyched for this so I can delete my GT HD demo. Well that and it looks good. I'm still not holding my breath for damage in the full game.

Anyone wearing racing shoes to play a videogame... well... nevermind.

EDIT - So after a few races I've come to the conclusion that I need to play this some more. And remap the controls so they're the same as Forza 2 (triggers for gas and brake, shifting on the face buttons). The only negative thing thus far was the old GT standard, smash into opponent to maintain speed around curve. I realize that I shouldn't play that way, and I probably won't in the full game but it sucks that it's still so advantageous.

[primetime]

I finally unlocked all the cars.

I'm curious as to what times everybody else are turning in. I think my best was like 4:34:0X.

[gunm]

If PD delivers on the long, long, long overdue damage model...there will be a large love explosion in my pants.


Ok, sorry, that was gross. :p

[dallow]

The scene with the new car unveiling was NICE.
That glimmering sheet draping the car looked great.

If you want to see it again, just delete your save, and load up the game again.

[primetime]

The scene with the new car unveiling was NICE.
That glimmering sheet draping the car looked great.

If you want to see it again, just delete your save, and load up the game again.

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. I love the flashbulbs going off and the ripple in the sheet from the wind.

I just read also, for those of you who are fans of the TV show Top Gear, that the Top Gear test track will be in the game. Now we can all be Stig :D There will also be downloadable TG episodes in GT.TV

Apparently they're shooting for 900 cars as well.

[Richlough]

What's up with the hands on the wheel shifting ?

Not every car has paddle shifters .

[VipFREAK]

I finally unlocked all the cars.

You didn't unlock them... Sony did after the unveiling of them at the Tokyo motor show.

[reiji]

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. I love the flashbulbs going off and the ripple in the sheet from the wind.

I just read also, for those of you who are fans of the TV show Top Gear, that the Top Gear test track will be in the game. Now we can all be Stig :D There will also be downloadable TG episodes in GT.TV

Apparently they're shooting for 900 cars as well.
900 cars seems like a pretty high goal. I think I would rather have them release the game sooner with a resonable amount (300-400?) and have the game automatically download new ones as they're available. As long as they can release new cars at a good rate (maybe 5-10 a week), I'd be incredibly happy. What does everyone think?

[crunchb3rry]

probably the most realistic driver view I've ever seen. nice.
Definitely the best so far from all those that attempted it (PGR, TDU). Most games make the cars pretty and halfass the interiors. GT5's look photorealistic. Except those rear view mirrors, but that's just placeholder art.

900 cars seems like a pretty high goal. I think I would rather have them release the game sooner with a resonable amount (300-400?) and have the game automatically download new ones as they're available. As long as they can release new cars at a good rate (maybe 5-10 a week), I'd be incredibly happy. What does everyone think?

I'd rather they took their time and crammed it on a BD-ROM. There seems to be a trend starting where PS3 games are even copied entirely to the HDD (Warhawk) in some cases. All this hype over Blu-Ray and it might wind up only being used as a delivery method for HDD installation. I've got a 60GB, but I'd hate to think those with 20GBs are going to wind up screwed when they buy a game one day and find pop it in to be greeted by an "HDD full" message. I'd rather have free hard drive space than shorter load times.

[dallow]

What's up with the hands on the wheel shifting ?

Not every car has paddle shifters .Shifting animations aren't finished according to Polyphony and weren't added to this demo.

[primetime]

You didn't unlock them... Sony did after the unveiling of them at the Tokyo motor show.

Oh, that's cool.

Coincidently that occurred right after I won a race with every car.